The Latest Breaking News on US Politics

Donald Trump Jr accuses Ted Cruz of ‘lying through his teeth’ after the senator criticized the proposed Iran deal

The Iran deal has drawn mixed reactions.

We Got This Covered · Jun 19

California labor union offers to scale back billionaire tax proposal after pushback

A California labor union is offering to scale back a proposal to temporarily increase taxes on billionaires

AAP · Jun 19

US strike on an alleged drug boat kills 3 in the eastern Pacific Ocean

The U.S. military has attacked a boat accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing three people

The Independent UK · Jun 19

President of Wisconsin’s largest mosque released from ICE custody

Judge’s order finds officials probably retaliated for Salah Sarsour’s advocacy for Palestinian rights

The Guardian - US · Jun 18

California billionaire tax proposal has enough support to get on the November ballot, official says

A proposal to temporarily increase taxes on billionaires in California to counter federal cuts to healthcare for low-income people has sufficient public support to qualify for the November ballot

AAP · Jun 18

Senator urges FAA to reject any pressure from Trump to approve triumphal arch over aviation safety

Democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth has urged the Federal Aviation Administration to reject pressure from President Donald Trump to approve a 250-foot triumphal arch, citing concerns over aviation safety

The Independent UK · Jun 18

Obama opens Chicago presidential center, urges Americans to defend democracy

Former US president Barack Obama opened his presidential center in Chicago on Thursday, calling for the defense of democracy in a star-studded event attended by three former presidents. “I hope this center will serve as an affirmation of how precious our democracy truly is,” Obama said, as Stevie Wonder closed…

France 24 · Jun 18

Why Is Trump's Cabinet Suddenly Obsessed With Sauerkraut — the Gut-Health Trend Behind the Buzz

Senior Trump administration officials are adopting a sauerkraut-based diet to improve health, guided by Dr. Sean O'Mara. The trend has led to domestic tensions due to strong odours.

International Business Times UK · Jun 18

Trump Account Spinoff Launches, but Only in 23 States: Is Yours on the List?

Here's why a new type of child savings account for foster youth isn't available in most states — for now.

Kiplinger · Jun 18

Trump Splurges $14 Million in Tax Dollars on Reflecting Pool, Only for New Paint Job to Fail Within Days

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool renovation, costing £11.5 million, faces failure as paint strips and algae blooms, raising concerns about project execution and taxpayer expense.

International Business Times UK · Jun 18